Category: Executive Talks

DUBAI, UAE –  – The St. Regis Downtown Dubai and Delta Hotels by Marriott, Dubai Investment Park, part of Marriott International, are pleased to announce the appointment of Vipin Khattar as the new Multi-Property General Manager. A seasoned leader with comprehensive experience as a hospitality professional, including time spent with prominent brands such as Marriott…

The appointments reflect the cluster’s commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences and driving business growth in the hospitality industry Dubai, UAE – : The Novotel and ibis Dubai World Trade Centre cluster is delighted to announce the recent promotions of Sudarshan Motupalle, Julidynne Binua and Kiran Ramsaran, as well as the appointment of Alexandra Ganciu…

Dubai, UAE –: Tim Harrison-Jones has been recently appointed as the General Manager for LEGOLAND® Dubai Resort part of Dubai Parks™ and Resorts, taking the leadership responsibility for LEGOLAND® Dubai theme park, LEGOLAND® Water Park and the region’s only LEGOLAND® Hotel, Dubai.   Following his passion for hospitality at the age of 14, Tim decided…

Dubai, United Arab Emirates– Following one of the biggest F&B acquisitions in the region, AWJ, now a Kitopi Company, has announced the appointment of Mohamad Sami Ballout as its new CEO. Ballout will succeed Manhal Naser, who held the position for ten years, since its inception in 2013.   In his new role, Mohamad aims…

Dubai, United Arab Emirates- Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announces two senior appointments in its fast-expanding Europe, Africa, and Middle East (EAME) region: Heidi Kunkel as Senior Vice President of Commercial Services, and Monique Dekker as Senior Vice President Human Resources.   The appointments bolster the region’s executive team as it prepares for continued growth under…

Dubai, UAE-: Georges Farhat has been appointed as Cluster General Manager of Avani Palm View Dubai Hotel & Suites and La Suite Dubai Hotel & Apartments. The hotel has added exciting new facilities in April 2023, which include flexible meeting rooms, spa, an exclusive Avani Club and a Lebanese-inspired restaurant that upgrade the concept of…

MacGregor, who moved to the region in 1991 and has been with Serco for more than 19 years, was promoted into this role from his current position of Corporate Development Director where he has led the implementation of Serco’s Middle East growth strategy The creation of the new role is reflective of Serco’s bold new…

Baa Atoll, Republic of Maldives –Vakkaru Maldives is pleased to announce the appointment of Janice Vigo as the new Director of Spa, responsible for overseeing daily spa operations, including staff training, treatments and retail, fitness facilities, including yoga, meditation and wellness programmes. With over 17 years of experience in the luxury spa and hospitality industry,…

Hyderabad– Novotel Hyderabad Airport is pleased to announce the appointment of Kishwar Jahan as their new Marketing & Communications Manager. With nearly 9 years of experience in the field of Sales & Marketing and nearly 3 years of entrepreneurial experience, Kishwar brings a wealth of expertise in advertising, hospitality, entertainment, beverage and fitness industries.  …

Saudi Arabia, Riyadh  – After an extensive career in the coffee industry, Saudi Arabian national Khalid Al Malki marks a career milestone as the new brand manager for specialty coffee and milk brand, Tres Marias. Khalid earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University. He then moved to Arizona, USA to…